Minorities in Sports:
Organizations, Funds, Movements & Initiatives
At Tackle What's Next, we are committed to the fight for racial justice. We have listed some wonderful organizations in the sports community that support black and minority sports participation and representation across the industry. Scroll to learn more about these organizations and how to support them!
Up2Us Sports
Up2Us Sports is the nationwide leader in engaging, training and supporting sports coaches to serve as mentors and role models to youth living in some of America’s most underserved communities.
Every Kid Sports
We pay. Kids play. We provide the financial assistance that helps low-income families get their kids into youth sports.
Black Women in Sport Foundation
BWSF’s mission is to increase the involvement of black women and girls in all aspects of sport, including athletics, coaching and administration.
National Alliance of African American Athletes
The Alliance uplifts and mentors youth, focusing on African American males, through programs that prepare students for college, leveraging athletes as catalysts to inspire leadership.
Athletes for Hope
AFH is committed to educating, encouraging and assisting athletes in their efforts to contribute to community and charitable causes.
Black Girls Run!
Black Girls RUN! encourages and motivates African-American women to practice a healthy lifestyle and serves as a resource for all fitness levels.
Black Girl Hockey Club
A non profit organization that focuses on making hockey more inclusive for Black women, our family, friends and allies.
Open Goal Project
Non-profit clearing paths for talented youth soccer players to access opportunities, on & off the field, regardless of socio-economic status.
Players Coalition
An independent organization working with athletes, coaches, and owners across leagues to improve social justice & racial equality in America.
Rise to Win
We use the unifying power of sports to educate, inspire, and empower tomorrow’s leaders to be champions of change and improve race relations.
Athletes for Impact
Athletes for Impact is a groundbreaking effort to connect athletes with communities to positively transform America.
Sports Biz Camps
Increasing social mobility for high school students through education, while expanding diversity within the sports industry. #sportsbiz
The Undefeated
The premier platform for exploring the intersections of race, sports and culture.
Champions for Philanthropy
The Champions for Philanthropy assist professional athletes in managing their charitable brands.
Institute for Sport and Social Justice
Educates and empowers individuals and organizations by inspiring values-based thinking leading to actions that promote social responsibility and equality.
Right to Play
Protect, educate and empower children to rise above adversity using the power of play.
Athletes 4 Human Rights
A Twitter account that collects updates from athletes and sports organizations on human rights.
United Soccer Coaches- Black Soccer Coaches Advocacy Group
The Black Soccer Coaches Advocacy Group serves as an advocate for coaches of color within the soccer community, promotes the awareness of issues and opportunities for improving the participation of Blacks in the game of soccer.
Minority Coaches Advancement Association
MCAA creates a platform that provides awareness to the issues affecting appropriate minority representation for men and women within athletics and athletic administration.
Laureus USA
Our mission is to improve the lives of youth and unite communities through the power of sport.
Minorities in Sports Biz
We are the diverse minds behind your favorite sports teams, brands, athletes, charities, and content.
Making Sports More Equitable Series
In this forthcoming livestream series hosted by Tackle What's Next and our fellow sports professionals, we'll be looking at how sports can continue to change for the better.
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